2020-01-21 COMPASSCommunities in Motion 2040 2.0 Development Review
The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is the metropolitan planning organization
(MPO) for Ada and Canyon Counties. COMPASS has developed this review as a tool for local governments to
evaluate whether land developments are consistent with the goals of Communities in Motion 2040 2.0 (CIM 2040),
the regional long-range transportation plan for Ada and Canyon Counties. This checklist is not intended to be
prescriptive, but rather a guidance document based on CIM 2040 2.0 goals.
Recommendations
The location is an infill, retail and employment center in a housing-centric area. This location may reduce trip
length and encourage bicycle and pedestrian use. The site plan shows an access point on Meridian Road, a
principal arterial. This access location would be approximately 500’ north of the existing access on Meridian Road,
and would reduce traffic flow and make additional conflict points for pedestrians and bicyclists.
The site is not currently served by public transportation. ValleyConnect 2.0 proposes two bus routes approximately
one mile when operational. These routes would provide service to downtown Kuna, service from downtown Kuna to
downtown Eagle, downtown Boise, and the Boise Research Center.
More information about COMPASS and Communities in Motion 2040 2.0:
Web: www.compassidaho.org
Email info@compassidaho.org
More information about the development review process:
http://www.compassidaho.org/dashboard/devreview.htm
Development Name: Victory Commons Agency: Meridian
CIM Vision Category: Existing Neighborhoods
New households: 0 New jobs: 250 Exceeds CIM forecast: No
Farmland contributes to the local economy, creates
additional jobs, and provides food security to the region.
Development in farm areas decreases the productivity
and sustainability of farmland.
Farmland consumed: No
Farmland within 1 mile: 338 acres
Housing within 1 mile: 3,290
Jobs within 1 mile: 1,070
Jobs/Housing Ratio: 0.3
Nearest bus stop: >4 miles
Nearest public school: 1.2 miles
Nearest public park: 1.1 miles
Nearest grocery store: 1.3 miles
CIM Corridor: Victory Road
Pedestrian level of stress: R
Bicycle level of stress: PG-13
A good jobs/housing balance – a ratio between 1 and
1.5 – reduces traffic congestion. Higher numbers
indicate the need for more housing and lower numbers
indicate an employment need.
Residents who live or work less than ½ mile from
critical services have more transportation choices.
Walking and biking reduces congestion by taking cars off
the road, while supporting a healthy and active lifestyle.
Level of Stress considers facility type, number of vehicle
lanes, and speed. Roads with G or PG ratings better
support bicyclists and pedestrians of all ages and comfort
levels.
Nearest police station: 2.2 miles
Nearest fire station: 2.4 miles
Developments within 1.5 miles of police and fire
stations ensure that emergency services are more
efficient and reduce the cost of these important public
services.